David Willis

2 weeks ago | app.com | David Willis

One-minute readBuffalo Wild Wings will replace the former TGI Fridays at Hazlet Town Center on Route 35. The new restaurant will be approximately 7,400 square feet with 250 seats, around 80 to 90 televisions, and 30 beers on tap. The franchisee, The Munson Restaurant Group, is currently acquiring the liquor license and submitting plans to the Hazlet land use board.

3 weeks ago | app.com | David Willis

Two-minute readRite Aid will close its South Main Street pharmacy in Neptune on April 23, citing poor store performance. The company recently emerged from bankruptcy and is considering a repeat bankruptcy or sale of some or all of its businesses. This closure follows similar actions by Walgreens, which is also closing underperforming stores. NEPTUNE -- Citing its poor store performance, Rite Aid said it will close its South Main Street pharmacy on April 23.

3 weeks ago | app.com | David Willis

BRICK -- First Watch, the breakfast and brunch restaurant chain trying to make inroads at the Jersey Shore, will open its first restaurant in Ocean County on April 21. The restaurant is located at 614 Route 70 in the Brick Commons shopping center, which sits at the corner of Route 70 and Chambers Bridge Road. First Watch, along with Shake Shack next door, was built on a site adjacent to the main shopping center previously occupied by a Santander Bank branch.

4 weeks ago | app.com | David Willis

Holland Ridge Farms unveiled a working Dutch windmill named "Dutch Dream."The windmill will grind grain for vodka production in partnership with Dog & Ram Spirits. The farm, the largest tulip farm in the U.S., also hosts a Dutch Fest celebration. UPPER FREEHOLD -- Dutch Dream, the windmill at Holland Ridge Farms, is more than just a 100-foot-tall landmark visible from Interstate 195 and sitting amidst acres and acres and millions and millions of colorful tulips.

1 month ago | app.com | David Willis

Outback Steakhouse is opening a new location in Ocean Township, New Jersey, on Route 35. The new restaurant features a smaller "Joey Prototype" design with updated interiors and a focus on takeout and delivery. The restaurant's grand opening includes a ribbon-cutting ceremony and free merchandise giveaways. OCEAN TOWNSHIP -- It's almost time for a Bloomin' Onion. Outback Steakhouse, the Aussie-inspired restaurant chain, is set to open its new location on Route 35 at West Park Avenue on Tuesday.